Most promising speed product for 2012

Well I like to know the latest developments in windsurfing, especially speedsurfing. In 2010 the idea of the reflex battens of Severne was definitely something I thought that stood out. This year it was the year of "the widebase", loads of brands added such a design which must be a good sign, a good development which was started by C3 (boogie and Martin van Meurs/ correct me if I am wrong).

For 2012 I didn't see something exciting in fins or sails, at least not the most exciting. BUT we have 2 strong contenders in designing boards. And both have total different reasons why they are soo promising!!

Mistral goes WILD

With Chris Lockwood + Anders Bringdal responsible for the products I already get excited. 2012 new slalom and speed boards, yeah. Chris doing 40kn on 68cm model in onshore conditions! Anders did fastest GPS session ever!! The 91 liter slalomboard isn't too bad either. Pretty much really good proof of something special. Lets hope retail prices are OK, and the speed recipe for success done. I hope to see some detailed pictures from speedsurfingblog author Alastair his mistral boards soon!

Dutch craziness by mXr windsurfing

Finally a real dutch brand for speedsurfers. And it doesn't stop with the fact of starting a complete new brand in windsurfing. The designs are completely a new chapter of windsurfing, making blistering combination of several inventions from different types of watersports. Steps, widetail, you name it...

A brave mission when you put all the facts in a row. I enjoy to follow Martin van Meurs & Ron vd Berg their journey to new products.

According to the windsurfing.NL page the mXr monster boards will also be produced by Simmer. So here is another contender which should be available for 2012 retail!!

Erik Loots

Erik is windsurfer for 10+ years. In his daily life he is professional in construction dewatering, advisor, troubleshooter. Erik likes adventures, explore and to challenge himself. During his life he is trying to get the best out of it and have respect for the earth, nature and future generations. The modern world is about sharing, in this blog Erik shares his experiences, selfreflection and lessons learned.

I thought 0.1 sec accuracy GPS was already used 2-3 years ago. And I like new surfstuff better than a new GPS, I rather have a new board than a new GPS (eventhough the GPS has 10x more datapoints, which is huge improvement)